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FY02 XLZ

2002 Saab 9-5

Silver Petrol 2290cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

83,938 mi
Last recorded83,938 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Saab 9-597,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY02 XLZ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,290cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 83,938 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 80,068 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 75,844 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 71,825 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 67,541 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Apr 2022 67,519 miles

Fuel system component leaking leak at filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2019 67,464 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2018 67,122 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 May 2017 66,595 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 May 2016 65,579 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 64,289 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 63,151 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 61,395 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 58,541 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 52,729 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 48,339 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 48,337 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 44,250 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 39,601 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 34,333 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 28,602 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2005 21,402 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5?

Based on 735,114 MOT tests across 55,671 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
7,075
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
55,671
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,935
position lamp(s) not working 13,798
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,560
Registration plate lamp not working 10,446
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,497
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FY02 XLZ is a 2002 Saab 9-5 in Silver with a 2,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2002 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 97,878 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY02 XLZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 24 years old, this Saab 9-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FY02 XLZ?

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What year was FY02 XLZ registered?

FY02 XLZ is a 2002 Saab 9-5, first registered on 11 June 2002.

Is FY02 XLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY02 XLZ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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